Basic Grips and Positions for Beginning Sports Acrobatics
|
|
- Gary Gregory
- 6 years ago
- Views:
Transcription
1 Page 1 of 5 Basic Grips and Positions for Beginning Sports Acrobatics by Resi Buell-Size, Head Coach Extreme Acro in Rockville, Md. As the newest discipline to USA Gymnastics, sports acrobatics is on the rise in gyms around the country. This article is designed for coaches who are interested in introducing sports acrobatics into their kindergym and recreational programs as well as coaches who are interested in starting a competitive sports acrobatics program. The following are basic positions that are used primarily for pairs. Pairs should train first and then introduce groups once the basics have been covered and mastered. The following balance and tempo holds are important for athletes to learn correctly early in their sports acrobatics career. Spotting sports acrobatics skills is much the same as any other gymnastics skills. Coaches need to be aware that the base partner is in many ways an additional spotter. It is important for coaches to help young bases understand how they can help keep their partner safe. The base partner has a responsibility for the safety of their top and they need to be aware of this. For this article both partners will be female, however, these skills can be used for male and female combination of partners as well. Front Bird Position This skill is used as a basic skill at Level 5. The body position of the top is a precursor to many upper level skills. The base bends her knees and puts her hands on the hips of the top, with at least one finger and thumb on top's belly. The top bends her knees and with her hands on the base's shoulders, jumps. The base straightens her legs while lifting the top over her head and finishing with straight arms. The top lifts her chest and legs to a "superman" position, with arms in a "T". The base balances by using fingers and wrists to maintain a horizontal position of top. The spotter for a front bird should stand perpendicular to the base. With one hand on the lower rib cage of the top and one hand on the top's thigh the spotter should help the base lift the top and help maintain balance. The spotter should be aware of the risk of the top falling over the back of the base and spot accordingly. Progressions of Front Bird The top can lie on floor and lift her chest and legs up so that only hips and stomach are on floor. The legs should be straight and together. This is the basic front bird position and is important for any acrobat to master. The top does the same on a narrow block or balance beam. The top does a bird position on the feet of base laying on back ("superman"). The top and base can start holding hands and work towards letting go. The top does a bird position on the hands of base with the top starting on a stack of mats to help the
2 Page 2 of 5 base lift her. The top does a bird position starting from the floor. A spotter should always be used in the beginning stag Regular Hand to Hand Grip A regular handgrip is used for many lower level skills that progress into more difficult skills at the higher levels. This grip is essential to the successful completion of skills! The base lays on her back with her arms up, perpendicular to the floor. The top stands by the base's head. The top reaches for the bases hands. Both partners' first two fingers point down the wrist of their partner. The thumbs and second two fingers wrap around her partner's hand. The hands of the base should be at a 45-degree angle. The grip should be tight. Remind both partners to squeeze their hands. This will make the grip more stable. The top should put pressure on the front of her palm. If the top puts too much pressure on the heel of her hand, the grip is likely to be "flat" and insecure. Progressions of Hand to Hand Skills The top does tuck, straddle, and pike on blocks, a balance beam, parallel bars or the floor. The top does regular handgrip with the base on her back. The top puts pressure on her hands and tries to move base's hands pointed, flat, in and out (wrist wars). The base should also do the same to the top's grip. The top does tuck, straddle, and pike with the base on her back. The top does tuck, straddle, and pike with base standing up. A spotter should be ready to help the top land. Toe Pitch Position The base stands with her feet shoulder width apart and bends her knees keeping her back straight
3 Page 3 of 5 and her shoulders back. The base's hands are overlapped with the backs of her hands resting on her thighs just above her knees. Her top hand holds the top's foot (right or left) of top with two fingers pointing up the heel and with the ball of the top's foot in the palm of the base's hand. The base's bottom hand gives support. A coach needs to consider which hand the base puts on top. If the top steps in with her right foot, the base needs to have the right hand on top. This will enable progressions to higher-level skills. The top should place her hands on the shoulders of the base. Once the pair progresses to a straight jump, the top should be instructed to push down on the base's shoulders while stepping up onto the base's hands. For a stretch jump a spotter can stand directly behind the top. Once the pair progresses to higher level skills, the spotter will need to be perpendicular to the athletes. Progressions of Toe Pitch Straight Jump The top steps up onto a block with her arms by her ears and with her body tight. The top should be able to balance standing on her dominant foot. In this drill, the block becomes the base. The base sits on the corner of a low block with knees together, and her hands in toe pitch position resting on her knees. Top steps into hands of base. Holding onto base's shoulders, top sets up and does a onefoot balance. The base stands in a toe pitch position. The top steps into the hands of the base and, holding onto base's shoulders, steps up and balances on one foot. This skill does not include flight. The base stands in a toe pitch position. The top steps up and pushes off of the base's shoulders while jumping up and slightly back to land on her feet on the floor as close to base as possible. The base gives little or no push and catches the top's arms on the landing. The base progressively gives a push starting with her legs straightening and then with her arms lifting up and close to her body. Safe, sturdy landing of the top is most important. Handstand on Knee The handstand on knee is the most basic of the sports acrobaticshandstands. Mastery of this skill is essential for progression in sports acrobatics. The base lunges with her dominant leg in front and as close to parallel to the floor as possible. The top stands by the base's side and places her hands on the bases thigh close to her knee. The top's hands should be one in front of the other. The hand closest to the base should be behind her other hand. The base grips the top's hips and helps as she jumps through a tuck position to a handstand. Progressions of Handstand on Knee
4 Page 4 of 5 Skills The top does handstands on the floor and blocks. The top does a handstand with the base on two knees sitting on her own feet. In this skill the top will have one hand on each of the base's thighs. The top does a handstand with the base kneeling on one knee. Now the top has both of her hands on one of the base's thighs as described above. The top does a handstand with the base in a lunge. The top can work on one arm handstand, arch position, or the base may go to one arm or free. Regular Foot to Hand Grip A regular foot grip is used for many lower level skills that progress into more difficult skills at the higher levels. This grip is essential to the successful completion of skills! The base lays on her back with her arms next to her ears, on the floor. The top stands by the base's head, and steps into the base's hands. The ball of the top's foot should be resting in the palm of the bases hand. The base should have her first two fingers along the bottom of the top's foot. The other fingers and thumb should wrap around the top's foot. The top needs to keep her weight over the balls of her feet at all times. The base should raise her feet for the top to grab. As the top jumps, the base pushes her arms straight and perpendicular to the floor. The top will need to bend at the waist to keep holding on to the base's feet. Progressions of Foot to Hand Skills The top releases one and then both hands. The top should stand up straight in a salute position. The top puts weight on one foot while the base releases one foot. While working towards this, the base may use two hands to support the top's one foot. The top does arabesque and attitude positions. The base kneels. For this skill the top will begin standing on the base's shoulders then steps into the base's hands. The base will begin by keeping her hands directly in front of her shoulders. The base stands. The above progressions will also work with the base standing. Eventually high-level athletes work with the top on the bases straight arms while standing. I hope that these basic skills will help you get started with sports acrobatics in your gym! The sports acrobatics program also currently has a "10 Basic Skills" video available through USAG Member
5 Page 5 of 5 Services ( ). For more information about starting a sports acrobatics program, please check out the sports acrobatics web page at or contact the sports acrobatics program at
A206 Level 1-4 and 5/6 Acrobatic Coaching Video Exam
A206 Level 1-4 and 5/6 Acrobatic Coaching Video Exam Directions: Please review the A206 video prior the taking the test. All questions refer to the A206 Level 1-4 and 5/6 Acrobatic Coaching Video Level
More informationLevel 1 Conditioning and Stretching
Base Training Exercise Techniqe/Purpose Top Training Exercise Technique/Purpose Base Stance with Overhead Press or Overhead Hold: Base stands in base stance and presses weight up and down. Base Keeps back
More informationLEVELS 1, 2, 3 REQUIREMENTS (ACRO PRE-TEAM PROGRAM)
LEVELS 1, 2, 3 REQUIREMENTS (ACRO PRE-TEAM PROGRAM) The Pre-team Program (Level 1-3) will aid in the development of a new Acro Program. The purpose of these levels is to provide training in beginning acrobatic
More informationSOUTH EAST GYMNASTICS Floor & Vault Boys Skills - 1
SOUTH EAST GYMNASTICS Floor & Vault Boys Skills - 1 1 2 3 4 5 2x dynamic ½ turns Knee stand with arms to the Single Knee stand Arms stay horizontal whilst turning through kneeling side, straight back,
More informationInstructional Task Cards for creating Yoga Stories
Instructional Task Cards for creating Yoga Stories Directions: Allow for as many days as necessary for students to explore and practice the different yoga cards Place students in groups Allow students
More informationEXERCISE GUIDE STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE
EXERCISE GUIDE STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE BACK EXTENSION WITH BALL Rest your belly on the ball, feet planted wide apart on the floor behind you and hands resting on your lower back. Peel your chest away from
More informationGirls Program AK-3 VAULT
2018-19 Girls Program AK-3 VAULT Start Value 10.0 Stack Mats Handspring to Flat back position with Repulsion 10.0 SAFETY-Mat height: Minimum of 32 inches - The athlete will not be allowed to compete her
More informationOVERVIEW FOR STUNTS FLYER BODY POSITIONS
TCI MODULE 6 Stunts Level 1 Page 1 of 11 OVERVIEW FOR STUNTS FLYER BODY POSITIONS *** NOTE *** For instruction purposes, we will assume regular flyer positions in this manual. That is, it is assumed that
More informationFloor Gymnastics:pair work correction
Floor Gymnastics:pair work correction Example: Pupils must Stand straight on their good leg, arms out to the side, chin up, legs straight and tight, belly in. They then Lift the back leg up behind making
More informationSoft-Over-Ball. Exercise Chart.
Lay on your stomach, your head on your hands. Contract your thighs. Press your pubic bone into the mat while lifting your belly-button as if an ice cube was underneath. Place the Mambo Max Soft- Over-Ball
More informationUK Yoga Sports Federation
UK Yoga Sports Federation STANDING HEAD TO KNEE POSE 4 parts 1. Stand with feet together, shift body weight to standing leg (leg closest to the judges) and lock the knee (leg straight and thigh muscle
More informationLevel 1 Vault STRETCH JUMP ONTO A RAISED MAT SURFACE (A MINIMUM OF 16 ) AND THEN HANDSTAND FALL TO STRAIGHT LYING POSITION ON THE BACK
Level 1 Vault The gymnast may perform the vault (both skills) two times. Each phase of the vault is worth 5.0 points with the score of each phase added together. The highest total score of the two vaults
More informationAb Plank with Straight Leg Raise
Ab Plank with Straight Leg Raise Position yourself face up with your knees bent at 90 degrees, feet flat on the floor. Your hands should be directly under your shoulders facing forward. While in this position
More informationGA-AAU COMPANION TEXT TO USA GYMNASTICS WOMEN S JUNIOR OLYMPIC COMPULSORY EXERCISES (1st EDITION ) Levels 1-4
GA-AAU COMPANION TEXT TO USA GYMNASTICS WOMEN S JUNIOR OLYMPIC COMPULSORY EXERCISES (1st EDITION 2013-2021) Levels 1-4 Note: This document is designed to be used solely as a companion text along with USAG
More informationTechniques To Treat Your Pain At Home (512)
Techniques To Treat Your Pain At Home (512) 288-5322 7010 W. TX-71 Suite 360 Austin TX, 78735 Arm Only Bird Dog Start in the quadruped position (all fours) with arms and thighs perpendicular to the floor.
More informationLevel 1 Vault STRETCH JUMP ONTO A RAISED MAT SURFACE (A MINIMUM OF 16 ) AND THEN HANDSTAND FALL TO STRAIGHT LYING POSITION ON THE BACK
Level 1 Vault The gymnast may perform the vault (both skills) two times. Each phase of the vault is worth 5.0 points with the score of each phase added together. The highest total score of the two vaults
More information2017 WOMEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS MANUAL
2017 WOMEN S ARTISTIC GYMNASTICS MANUAL Please also refer to the New Zealand Secondary Schools GymSports Championships General Manual for more information relating to the event and the Women s Artistic
More informationWorkout With. Celebrate 130 years with a total-body workout By Stephanie Verdecchia, exercise specialist
YOUR COMMUNITY WESTINGHOUSE Workout With Westinghouse Celebrate 130 years with a total-body workout By Stephanie Verdecchia, exercise specialist in honor of George Westinghouse s spirit of innovation on
More informationSun Salutation Pose #1 Mountain Pose 1
Sun Salutation Pose #1 Mountain Pose 1 Stand upright with feet together and look straight ahead, hands alongside body and palms forward. Lift abdomen inward and upward. Activate quadriceps and evenly distribute
More informationU.S. Shooting Team Balance, Strength and Stability Workout. Training Work-Out
U.S. Shooting Team Balance, Strength and Stability Workout Training Work-Out Modified by Dan Durben and Sommer Wood November 2006 from the program originally developed by Amber Darland for the USA Shooting
More informationBaseball Training Program
Baseball Training Program Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. The information and advice published or made available through the Orthopaedic and Neurosurgery Specialists,
More informationShot put learn by - doing Basic technique for the Shot Put By: Mark Harsha Portage High School Girls Head Coach
Shot put learn by - doing Basic technique for the Shot Put By: Mark Harsha Portage High School Girls Head Coach Goal One: Shot grip and placement 1. Holding the shot The shot is held at the base of the
More informationACROBATIC GYMNASTICS JUNIOR OLYMPIC CODE OF POINTS
2016 2017 ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS JUNI OLYMPIC CODE OF POINTS Version: Revised March 2, 2017 USA Gymnastics 132 E. Washington St., Suite 700 Indianapolis, IN 46204 www.usa-gymnastics.org/acro Copyright 2017
More informationThe New Thrower s Ten Seven Exercises to Save the Thrower s Shoulder
The New Thrower s Ten Seven Exercises to Save the Thrower s Shoulder tylterrell@gmail.com Lance Goyke lance@lancegoyke.com The following exercises are meant to be done in the order they are presented.
More informationStart: Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width and knees bent in a slight squat position.
Squat with Side Tap Start: Stand with feet slightly wider than hip-width and knees bent in a slight squat position. Movement: Keeping the standing leg in a squat position, straighten the other leg out
More informationEvent Rec/Pre-Team Bronze A. Vault 25 foot sprint (speed, form) Bars Positions (candle hold, toe hold, L-hold, tight legs)
Event Rec/Pre-Team Bronze A 25 foot sprint (speed, form) Board bounces (straight knees, push through feet, tight core) Body tension drills (hold between mats, flat body on stomach and back) Flat-back drills
More informationLittle League Pitching Mechanics - Simple Instructions For Little League
Little League Pitching Mechanics - Simple Instructions For Little League Pitchers By Steven Ellis, former Chicago Cubs pitching pro The goal for any Little League coach or parent is to keep the game simple
More informationFloor Awards Challenge Skills List
Skills List Please note this skills list is for information only full GymSTART Floor Awards posters can be purchased from the Gymnastics Ireland online store in a variety of sizes. These posters include
More information1. Downward Facing Dog
1. Downward Facing Dog Come onto the hands and knees with your wrists underneath your shoulders and your knees underneath your hips. Inhale as you tuck your toes under your heels. Then exhale to lift your
More informationU.S. Shooting Team Balance, Strength and Stability Workout. Shooting Warm-Up
U.S. Shooting Team Balance, Strength and Stability Workout Shooting Warm-Up Modified by Dan Durben and Sommer Wood from the program originally developed by Amber Darland for the USA Shooting National Rifle
More informationLevel 3 Floor Exercise
Florida AAU Level 3 boys routines Revised July 13, 2012 Level 3 Floor Exercise 1. Step to lunge, arabesque, finish, Hold 2 sec. 2. Tucked Forward roll to stand Feet must stay together on roll up 3. Step
More informationGymnasts who compete at the competition should not have competed in any other type of gymnastics competition outside of school.
Year 3 & 4 Key Steps Gymnastics Competition. Start: 4.00PM (Team presentation and warm up) Teams should report to the sports hall before 3.45. Gymnasts who compete at the competition should not have competed
More informationHandout 4: Yoga Movement for Chronic Pain
Handout 4: Yoga Movement for Chronic Pain Yoga can be an effective practice for chronic pain management. Instructions for five poses are included here: 1) Seated Lateral Stretch, 2) One-legged Butterfly,
More informationThrower s Maintenance Program
Thrower s Maintenance Program Elbow at 90 and fixed at side. Pull out with arm keeping elbow at side Elbow at 90 and fixed at side. Pull arm into body keeping elbow at side. Shoulder at 90 and elbow at
More informationRULES POSTURE GUIDELINES: ADULT DIVISION COMPULSORY POSTURES
RULES 2018-2019 POSTURE GUIDELINES: ADULT DIVISION COMPULSORY POSTURES Copyright 2014 International Yoga Sports Federation (IYSF) Second Edition, 2016. All rights reserved. Except for brief quotations
More informationSUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY **REST**
At minimum, walk 30 minutes, 5 days a week. Not sure if an exercise is right for you? Test your blood sugar before and after you work out. If your blood sugar is higher afterwards, the exercise is too
More informationWarm Ups. Standing Stretches
Warm Ups Mild warm-ups are a necessity for everyone. The need for warm-ups increases with age as the body becomes less elastic over time. It is recommended that you execute the warm-up routine in this
More information1. The scores of Vault 1 and Vault 2 will be added for the final score for Vault
Vault Level 2 (USSA LEVEL 1) Vault 1: SV / 10.00 1. The scores of Vault 1 and Vault 2 will be added for the final score for Vault 2. Vault 1 : With run up double take off from spring board, jump to handstand
More informationGUIDELINES for I.S.G.A. 5 Piece CHAMPIONSHIPS for JUDGES & COACHES
GUIDELINES for I.S.G.A. 5 Piece CHAMPIONSHIPS for JUDGES & COACHES The following information has been put together to give greater clarity to the judging points within the I.S.G.A. rules. We hope the following
More informationChair exercises Sally Ann Belward, Falls Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
Chair exercises Sally Ann Belward, Falls Clinical Lead Physiotherapist Exercise safety Exercise should be comfortable and fun Ensure participants are sat on a sturdy chair, have comfortable clothing and
More informationSkill Testing Judging Guidelines TUMBLING
Skill Testing Judging Guidelines TUMBLING Two judges are required for each test. Both scores are added together for the total score for each test. DO NOT use one judge and double the score or use more
More informationThe Ancient Art of Chi Gong. for. Strength & Flexibility
The Ancient Art of Chi Gong for Strength & Flexibility The Student/Athlete Educational Foundation, Inc. 12 Manison Street, Suite E Stoneham, MA 02180 781-850-4520 doc@chap.com Abdominal Butterfly (Stretches
More informationThe 16th ISA National Gymnastics Championships for Boys 2019 Rules
The 16th ISA National Gymnastics Championships for Boys 2019 Rules 1. AGE GROUPS: there will be competitions in the following age groups:- a An Under 9 competition for Boys U9 on 1 st Sept of current year*
More informationWarm-up 1. Al 4 Bel y Lift 2. Calf Stretch
Warm-up 1. All 4 Belly Lift 1. Position yourself on your hands and knees. 2. Maximally round your spine upward. 3. Tuck your hips under, feel abs engage. 4. Raise knees off floor until they are straight.
More informationSimple Yoga Poses for the Gardener
Simple Yoga Poses for the Gardener Lateral Stretch for back & shoulders Stand with feet together and knees slightly bent. Begin with left hand on hip and extend right arm overhead in line with your ear.
More informationForearm Pass (Bump) with Partner Start with toss. Use the forearm pass to rally back and forth with your partner.
Forearm Pass (Bump) with Partner Start with toss. Use the forearm pass to rally back and forth with your partner. Ready Position Place feet shoulder width apart with toes pointed straight ahead. Place
More informationto : entire team - warmup exercises (jumping jacks, leg stretches, arm circles, etc.) ( 10 minutes )
Practice Plan - Minors: ( 2 hour practice) Practice #1 Date: Time: Team Roster: to : entire team - warmup exercises (jumping jacks, leg stretches, arm circles, etc.) ( 10 minutes ) to : entire team - throwing
More informationORIENTATION SEQUENCE
ORIENTATION SEQUENCE In-Trinity builds strength, deepens flexibility and improves balance, coordination and agility. For the first time, you will access movements never possible before, taking your training
More informationAirborne (Executed by Individuals, Groups or Pairs): A state in which the dancer is free of contact from a person and/or the performing surface.
Song/Pom & Pep Flag 2018-19 GLOSSARY OF TERMS SONG/POM, SONG/JAZZ & PEP/SHORT FLAG SCHOOL & YOUTH (REC) TEAMS (Rev. 7/8/18) Note: This document provides terminology reference for the Song & Pep Flag Rule
More informationPARTNER With all partner stretches: communicate with partner and use caution!!
- warm up prior to stretching - isolate the muscle group to be stretched - move slowly and smoothly into stretch - use proper mechanics and correct alignment - breathe normal - slowly come out of stretch
More informationTHE 2016/ PIECE BOYS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RULES
THE 2016/2020 4 PIECE BOYS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RULES CONTENTS 1. GENERAL... 1 1.1. AGE GROUPS... 1 1.2. TEAMS... 1 1.3. COMPETITION FORMAT - FOR ALL AGE GROUPS... 1 1.4. ELIGIBILTY... 1 1.5. AFFILIATIONS...
More informationYoga for Kids. Sanford Health
Yoga for Kids What is yoga? Yoga is an activity that involves body and mind awareness, with a focus on posture and breathing. Yoga is designed to bring mental, physical, and emotional health and balance.
More informationPerforming the Exercises. Crunches
Crunches EQUIPMENT: Mats, such as those used for tumbling or wrestling. TIME LIMIT: Two Minutes IMPORTANT: Competitors may rest in either in the up or down position as long as they maintain the correct
More informationBasic Steps to Remember
Lift those buns off the chairs. with these exercises. 1. Work your upper and lower body at the same time, beginning with legs, adding arms. 2. Alternate more vs. less strenuous movements. 3. If you get
More informationLine Drills. 1- Kicks - Front * Locked lower leg, Kick past vertical, Arms presenting, Core erect,
Line Drills 1- Kicks - Front * Locked lower leg, Kick past vertical, Arms presenting, Core erect, 2- Kicks Sidewards- 3- Needle Kicks 4- Handstand Walks- * Vertical Kick Forward with presentation, Lever
More informationTo complete this level the gymnast must successfully complete 14 out of the 18 skills
8 Run on spot for 30 Seconds Basic Shapes - Straight, Tuck, Pike, Straddle & Star Front and Back Support Show correct landing position 1 leg balance for 3 seconds - both legs Front Support jump feet into
More information26. FLUTTER KICKS 50 FITNESS ACTIVITIES HEART RAISERS ON THE SPOT MARCH MONTH
MARCH 26. FLUTTER KICKS For small spaces, alternate left and right leg kicks in front of your body. Knees are slightly bent as you kick low and quick. Bend elbows at 90 degree angles and pump slightly
More information2019 New Zealand Masters Games Gymsports Championships
2019 New Zealand Masters Games Gymsports Championships GymSport Coordinator Event Dates Venue Age Policy Sports Fee Event Details Age Groups Categories Kelly Taylor-Ward competitive@wanganuigymclub.co.nz
More informationIAPS NATIONAL GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2 PIECE GIRLS RULES & REGULATIONS
IAPS NATIONAL GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS 2 PIECE GIRLS RULES & REGULATIONS Hosted by Kent College Saturday 24 th November 2018 CONTENTS GENERAL TO ALL OF THE THREE 2 PIECE CHAMPIONSHIPS... 1 1.1 COMPETITION
More informationPairs / Groups (Acrobatics)
lton Gymnastics lub Version 01 October 2014 GF Element odes Pairs / Groups (crobatics) Front Support on Straddle sit ounter alance Front Support on knees or hands Top in Front Support with ankles resting
More informationAEROBIC GYMNASTICS LEVEL 1 COACHES MANUAL (2016)
AEROBIC GYMNASTICS LEVEL 1 COACHES MANUAL (2016) 1 Contents Bibliography Page 3-4 1. Introduction Page 5-6 2. Basic Steps Page 7-8 3. Difficulty a. Aerostar 1&2 Page 9-17 b. Group A Page 18-21 c. Group
More informationSCOTTISH GYMNASTICS WOMEN S ARTISTIC COMPULSORY LEVEL 5. Published March 2014
SCOTTISH GYMNASTICS WOMEN S ARTISTIC 2014-2017 COMPULSORY LEVEL 5 Published March 2014 All diagrams for Bars, Beam, Floor and R&C are kindly re-produced with the permission of the Women s Technical Committee
More informationUpdated Community Games routines - Boys. Deduction booklet
Updated Community Games routines - Boys Deduction booklet GENERAL All routines have a Start Value noted below the title of each exercise This is the Start Value given if all the elements/requirements are
More informationAPPENDIX 2016 ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS JUNIOR OLYMPIC CODE OF POINTS
APPENDIX 2016 ACROBATIC GYMNASTICS JUNIOR OLYMPIC CODE OF POINTS Version: February 2016 APPENDIX TABLE OF CONTENTS Levels 7/8 Tariff Sheets A-1 Optional Tariff Sheets A-2 Minor Tariff Sheet Change Form
More informationMODERN GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION PREPARATORY
MODERN GLOSSARY OF TERMS AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION PREPARATORY Alternate straight kicks Lying down on the floor, side of body towards front, head in line with body. Hands flat on floor and not touching
More informationMovement Assessment & Enhancement Session
C H A P T E R F O L L O W - U P I M P A C T M O V E M E N T S R O U T I N E Movement Assessment & Enhancement Session E X P E R I E N C E Y O U R G R E A T N E S S C H A P T E R F O L L O W - U P I M P
More informationPlayer Development. Pitching 1
Pitching Player Development Pitching 1 Delivery Mechanics Checklist: 1. Feet slightly spread on throwing arm side of rubber 2. Body weight positioned over stride leg 3. Torso upright 4. Hips and shoulders
More informationADAPTED SEATED MOUNTAIN
ADAPTED SEATED MOUNTAIN SEATED MOUNTAIN SEATED MOUNTAIN (ADAPTED) SEATED MOUNTAIN. Sit comfortably on the mat or on a small pillow or yoga block with legs crossed at the ankles, hands in the lap.. Engage
More informationAcrosport: Pyramids and balances
Acrosport: Pyramids and balances Hands grips Hand grips are used in all phases of a pyramid-assembling, holding the formation and disassembling. 1. Hand to hand: Hands are joined in a shake-hands positions.
More informationSunrise. Sunset. On your next inhale, Stretch your arms above your head. Push your feet and legs to the ground. Reach your waist and spine to the sky.
Stand Up Tall. Take 3 deep breaths. Sunrise. Sunset On your next inhale, Stretch your arms above your head. Push your feet and legs to the ground. Reach your waist and spine to the sky. As you exhale,
More informationFlexibility Assessment
Flexibility Assessment Name 1. For each area of flexibility record your score as either 1, 2 or 3, depending on which one of the criteria you were able to meet. (See flexibility lab sheets) Area of Flexibility
More informationSCOTTISH GYMNASTICS WOMEN S ARTISTIC COMPULSORY LEVEL 5. Published March 2014 Revised January 2016
SCOTTISH GYMNASTICS WOMEN S ARTISTIC 2014-2017 COMPULSORY LEVEL 5 Published March 2014 Revised January 2016 All diagrams for Bars, Beam, Floor and R&C are kindly reproduced with the permission of the Women
More informationUSA Synchro General Athletic Skills Testing. Vertical Jump
Vertical Jump VERTICAL JUMP DESCRIPTION SCORING CRITERIA - Athlete stands perpendicular to the wall with shoulder and hip next to the wall. - Athlete stands flat footed feet on the floor and reaches with
More informationWGAAA Baseball Skill/Coaching Manual
WGAAA Baseball Skill/Coaching Manual All baseball players regardless of age should have a base knowledge and capability of proper baseball mechanics. If a team is mechanically sound, more often than not,
More informationLA84 Dive Clinic 2016
LA84 Dive Clinic 2016 Page 1 Teaching Basic Diving Skills Dryland Basics: Stretching & Tumbling (should be 20-30 minutes) Stretching - VIP - proper stretching helps prevent injuries. Every stretching regime
More informationGet Fit and Prevent a Fall!! Fun Exercises for Seniors!
Get Fit and Prevent a Fall!! Fun Exercises for Seniors! The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Injury Prevention Program, in conjunction with District Health Departments, offers you the Fit and Fall
More informationThe Golf Swing. The Fundamentals
The Golf Swing The Fundamentals Fundamental #1 Grip & Set-Up The grip and set-up should be viewed as putting parts of a machine together. The right parts connected in the right way will allow the machine
More informationWILDCATS BASKETBALL CLUB SKILL SHEET
Skill Sheets 1) Body movement / Agility 2) Ball Handling 3) Dribbling 4) Passing & Receiving 5) Rebounding 6) Shooting 7) Individual Defence 8) Individual Offence. Agility / Body movement fundamentals
More informationto Successful & Effective Practices
COACH S GUIDE to Successful & Effective Practices Thank you for volunteering your time to coach a Junior Giants team this summer! New to coaching? Great! We created step-by-step Practice Plans for volunteers
More informationTHE 2016/ PIECE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RULES
THE 2016/2020 2 PIECE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS RULES CONTENTS GENERAL TO ALL OF THE THREE 2 PIECE CHAMPIONSHIPS... 1 1.1 COMPETITION FORMAT... 1 1.2 TEAMS... 1 1.3 AFFILIATION... 1 1.4 ELIGIBILITY... 1 1.5
More informationRHYTHMIC FUTURE STARS SKILLS TESTING FOR 2013
RHYTHMIC FUTURE STARS SKILLS TESTING FOR 2013 BODY DIFFICULTY Name of Difficulty Explanation of Critieria Name of Difficulty Explanation of Critieria Points 1) LEAPS Split Leap R&L leg Split Leap R&L leg
More informationWomen s Artistic Gymnastics 2017 STEPS 1 6 PROGRAMME (V10) VAULT
Women s Artistic Gymnastics 2017 STEPS 1 6 PROGRAMME (V10) VAULT Gymnasts are entitled to 2 or 3 warm up vaults. Gymnasts will perform 1 competition vault. If the gymnast performs a No Vault she may have
More informationS t r e t c h i n g E x e r c i s e s
Stretches for side of neck: 1. Sit or stand with arms hanging loosely at sides 2. Turn head to one side, then the other 3. Hold for 5 seconds, each side 4. Repeat 1 to 3 times Stretches For the side of
More informationGoalkeeper Warm Up. After the foot skill and pass/receive drills that the entire team does have the goal keepers warm up with drills like these:
Goalkeeper Warm Up After the foot skill and pass/receive drills that the entire team does have the goal keepers warm up with drills like these: Bounce and Catch 1. Have them hold a ball in their hands
More informationMovement Chart for Bassai Dai Page 1 of 7
Movement Chart for Bassai Dai Page 1 of 7 Kata available on video and DVD from your sensei. tart 1 Ichi 2 i tart in parallel stance facing north. Move your left leg in towards your right and bring your
More informationCOMPULSORY GENERAL FAULTS AND PENALTIES DEDUCTIONS FOR WHOLE EXERCISE
COMPULSORY GENERAL FAULTS AND PENALTIES DEDUCTIONS FOR WHOLE EXERCISE These pages are for your reference; they are not official documents. Submitted by: Marilyn Blilie & Lani Yosten Edited by Carole Bunge
More informationYoga Teacher Training. Partner Yoga and Assisting/Adjusting Yoga Students
Yoga Teacher Training Partner Yoga and Assisting/Adjusting Yoga Students By: Nancy Wile Yoga Education Institute Yoga Education Institute, 2012 All rights reserved. Any unauthorized use, sharing, reproduction,
More informationUSA Gymnastics National Camp TOP Testing Skills Testing revised 11/22/2014 Effective for the 2015 TOP Season
USA Gymnastics National Camp TOP Testing Skills Testing revised 11/22/2014 Effective for the 2015 TOP Season Skills Testing notes: Each Event will be given a value of 10 points Each skill within the event
More informationCoaching Points. SAFE LANDING When landing on one leg it is important to teach the players which foot they should be landing on.
Footwork and Movement Skills Coaching Points INITIAL STANCE Forms the starting point for most attacking and defending skills. Feet shoulder-width apart Shoulders back and down Knees slightly flexed Knees
More informationBasic Movement Patterns Locomotor Skills 1.3
Basic Movement Patterns Locomotor Skills 1.3 Jumping Forward & Sideways & Landing Extending Arms upward upon takeoff Arms Reach Full Extension about head height at lift off Extending the Hips, Knees, and
More informationSynchronised Swimming. Skill Level 1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Synchronised Swimming Skill Level 1 The must be a Basic, or Advanced Name. Date Content 1. Splits on land. Compulsory pass 2. Ballet Leg supported by 5 litre bottles 3. Stationary
More informationRange routines Judging Deductions Season Deductions for Jan 2018 Edition Gymnastics Ireland
Ranger out i nes J udgi ngdeduc t i ons 201 82020Seas on Range routines Judging Deductions 2018-2020 Season Deductions for Jan 2018 Edition Gymnastics Ireland Level 3-5 Plus Leg holds front & back on both
More informationSynchronised Swimming. Skill Level 1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Synchronised Swimming Skill Level 1 Assessors must be Basic Skill Assessors, Assessors or Advanced Skill Assessors Name. Date 2012 (updated 2.2.12) 1 Skill Level 1 Content 1.
More informationFIGURE 8s. FIGURE 8s 10U/12U PHASE II - PUCK HANDLING 10U/12U PHASE II - PUCK HANDLING. FOCUS Wrist action and cupped blade.
0U/2U PHASE II - PUCK HANDLING FIGURE 8s 0U/2U PHASE II - PUCK HANDLING FIGURE 8s FOCUS Wrist action and cupped blade. Use hockey ball to perform drill. Place 2 cones 3-4 feet apart from each other. Stand
More informationMHBYW Dynasty Program
MHBYW Dynasty Program Level 3: Red Skill Properly Executed? Comment Staggered/Square Stance Yes No Motion Yes No Starting Positions Neutral Yes No Top Yes No Bottom Yes No Four Defensive Stops Yes No Head,
More informationSynchronised Swimming Skill Level 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Synchronised Swimming Skill Level 2 The must be a Basic, or Advanced Name. Date Contents 1. Travelling eggbeater with trailing arm vertical. 2. Kick, pull, kick over for 10 metres.
More informationONE MILE RUN. Aerobic Capacity Test Option 1
ONE MILE RUN Aerobic Capacity Test Option 1 Run one mile as quickly as possible. If a student cannot run the entire mile, walking is permitted. Students will begin on the signal Ready, Start. If necessary,
More informationList by Test, Grade & Medals of Free Exercise movements in Skills Syllabus January 2017
List by Test, Grade & Medals of Free Exercise movements in Skills Syllabus January 2017 Arms Legs Bends Floorwork Attention Test 1 Attention Test 1 Knee Bends Test 1 Cross leg sit Test 1 Forward Raise
More informationMAGIC CIRCLE : Creating Rotation & Flow IDEA Session #702 Shoulder Warm Up Beginning Position
MAGIC CIRCLE : Creating Rotation & Flow IDEA Session #702 Shoulder Warm Up Stand with feet together- circle in hands 4-8 of each kind Lift circle to shoulder level. Lift overhead. Lower to shoulder level.
More informationSYNCHRONISED SWIMMING
APPENDIX II BASIC POSITIONS In all basic positions: a) arm positions are optional, b) toes must be pointed, c) the legs, trunk and neck fully extended unless otherwise specified, and d) diagrams show the
More information